Why Vintage Watch Collectors Are Sleeping on Vacheron Constantin (& 4 Rare Pieces For Sale)

In this week's video at Ancienne Watches, we present a carefully selected group of four Vacheron Constantin vintage pieces currently available in our collection — all in exceptional condition, as always. But before diving into the watches, we explore a topic that doesn't get enough attention: the historical relationship between Vacheron Constantin and Patek Philippe. Both manufactures shared suppliers — case makers, and in many instances, movement components that were strikingly similar. Yet today their market positions couldn't be more different. We discuss why Patek Philippe prices have surged dramatically at auction in 2026, particularly references from the 1940s, 50s, and 60s, and the growing collector interest in shaped or "form" watches — a category where VC has always excelled but remains undervalued compared to its Geneva counterpart. The four references we present this week: ⌚ Vacheron Constantin Triple Calendar Moon Phase ref. 4560 ⌚ Vacheron Constantin Helm ref. 4709 ⌚ Vacheron Constantin Calatrava ref. 4217 ⌚ Vacheron Constantin Calatrava ref. 6803 Each piece has been selected for its condition — because at Ancienne Watches, condition is everything. Visit our website to explore these watches and inquire about purchasing. 🌐 https://anciennewatches.com/brands/ot... — #VacheronConstantin #VintageWatches #AncienneWatches #VintageVC #PatekPhilippe #VintageWatchesForSale #WatchCollecting #TripleCalendar #MoonPhase #Calatrava #GenevaWatches #HorologicalHistory